Happy Birthday: A steady pace forward will encourage success. Sticking to your plans and your budget will help alleviate setbacks and losses. Too much of anything will lead to criticism. Don’t take the chance of putting a dent in a relationship that is meaningful to you. It’s important to protect what you have, not to jeopardize what you’ve worked so hard to build. Your numbers are 8, 15, 23, 25, 32, 34, 44.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t dawdle. Concentrate on getting things done. Refuse to let emotions take over or cause you to overreact to a situation that you have no control over. Choose to work on self-improvement instead of trying to change someone. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Refuse to take on responsibilities that don’t belong to you. Concentrate on taking care of business directly linked to your advancement, not someone else’s. Put your talents to the test, and take a position of leadership. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You’ve got some great ideas. Proceed with passion until you are happy with what you accomplish. Discipline and brute force will help you get the results you want. Don’t trust anyone to take care of your responsibilities. 5 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Show sensitivity when dealing with others. Someone you care about will be jealous or upset with what you are doing or saying if they feel threatened or left out. Get approval before you start something that may not be popular. 2 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Take a moment to reconstruct your next move. If something doesn’t appear to be right, take a pass. Do what’s necessary, and protect what you’ve worked so hard to achieve. Physical fitness, proper diet and good health should be your priorities. 4 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Remain intent on reaching your objective, regardless of what is going on around you. Refuse to let someone lead you astray. A change that is good for someone else may not be as good for you. Think twice before you proceed. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Make a change that will improve the way you look or where and how you live. Refuse to let anyone put you down or hold you back. Don’t get involved in someone’s scheme. Hold on to your cash. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Don’t leave anything to chance. Finish what you start, live up to your word and move forward alone if that’s what it takes to get what you want. Refuse to let emotional situations undermine you. Do what’s best for you. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Stick to what and who you know. Letting an outsider take part in your decisions will not bring the results you want. Firm up your plans with someone who has always been supportive and offered practical advice. Make a substantial commitment. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Handle situations and people carefully. If you are too aggressive or expect too much, you will end up in a situation that sets you back. If you want to change, do the work and be prepared to suffer any fallout that occurs. 2 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Ideas will flourish. A chance to try something new and exciting will come your way. Don’t feel you have to follow in someone’s footsteps if you have something you’d prefer to pursue. Follow your heart, and spend time with someone you love. 5 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Take a unique path. A change you want to make will be met with opposition, but if you persevere, you will find a way to overcome any obstacle you face. Don’t let someone from your past interfere in your personal affairs. 3 stars

Birthday Baby: You are conscientious, loving and sensitive. You are progressive and caring.